Global Procurement Manager

Global Procurement Manager – Beverages Leading FMCG Drinks Business £60k–£75k + Car allowance + Bonus London (Hybrid)An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Global Procurement Manager to join a leading, multi-billion-pound FMCG beverages company headquartered in London.

This organisation is renowned for its innovation across soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, and functional drinks, with a strong commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing.The RoleAs Global Procurement Manager for Ingredients & Commodities, you will lead strategic sourcing initiatives across a diverse portfolio of beverage inputs—such as sugar, sweeteners, flavourings, juices, botanicals, and other key raw materials.

Operating within a fast-paced, global environment, you will play a critical role in ensuring supply continuity, cost optimisation, and sustainable sourcing practices.This is a high-impact position where you will collaborate closely with R&D, supply chain, and commercial teams to support product innovation and maintain competitive advantage in a dynamic drinks market.Why Join?Influence the sourcing strategy behind globally recognised beverage brandsDrive sustainability and ethical sourcing across key ingredient categoriesWork in a collaborative, innovation-led environment at the heart of LondonHybrid working model with strong career progression opportunitiesKey ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute global sourcing strategies for beverage ingredients and commoditiesAnalyse market trends (e.g. sugar, fruit concentrates, natural extracts) to inform procurement decisionsIdentify, evaluate, and onboard strategic suppliers across global marketsNegotiate commercial agreements to deliver cost savings and value creationPartner with R&D and innovation teams to support new product development (NPD)Lead supplier performance management and risk mitigation strategiesCollaborate with finance on budgeting, forecasting, and commodity risk/hedgingEnsure alignment between procurement strategy and broader business objectivesRequired Experience4+ years’ experience in direct procurement within FMCG, ideally beverages or liquid-based productsStrong knowledge of commodity markets relevant to drinks (e.g. sugar, flavours, juices, alcohol inputs)Proven track record in supplier negotiation and global sourcingExperience operating in a matrix, international business environmentHighly analytical with strong Excel and stakeholder management skillsDegree qualified; CIPS/MCIPS preferredPackage£60,000 – £75,000 base salary£5,800 car allowance10% bonus (up to 20% based on performance)Hybrid working (London-based office)